UV Protection Film
Solar window film is a highly effective solution to reduce glare and fading without reducing outward vision through the glass. It can be applied to your existing windows making it a cost-effective way of managing room temperature and comfort. Many of our films block 99.9% of any UV light and stop the fading of furnishings, wooden floors, artwork and photos.
Do UV Blocking Window Films Work?
Yes, Our UV window films are engineered to block up to 99% of UV rays. These UV control glass films protect furniture and artwork along with your skin, it is ideal for people with medical conditions effected by UV sunrays and helps add protection against UVA rays liked to conditions like skin cancer and aging.
How Long Does UV Blocking Window Film Last?
The UV protection in our solar control window film doesn’t “run out”, you will receive UV protection for as long as the window film is installed for. Our UV solar control window films have a lifespan of 10-15 years. But different circumstances can affect the longevity of the window film. We provide a 10 year warranty for all internal window films if damage or adhesive issues do occur.
What is the Best UV Blocking Window Film?
The best UV blocking window film will have 99% UV protection. At Lustalux we have a range of UV protection window films that offer different benefits. For example, our clear UV film is completely transparent and made purely to block harmful UV rays, but we also stock heat control window films that block UV but also reduce heat in hot spaces.
Can UV Control Window Film Damage Windows?
No, our UV prevention window films are designed to adhere to your windows but can be removed without causing damage to the glass surface.
Some of our tinted films need to be compatible with your windows or you do risk the chance of thermal stress, we have a list of suitable windows on the products that could cause thermal stress. Or if you are unsure please contact us and we can suggest which window tint film is right for you.
Is Clear UV Protection Film Enough to Prevent Fading in Furniture?
Yes, our clear UV control window film is specifically designed for UV control. Even though they are completely clear, they protect your furniture and skin like any other UV blocking window film. They still block up to 99% of any UV rays, the benefit of this film is that it also doesn’t reduce sunlight, allowing for a UV protected yet bright space.
Do UV Control Window Films Affect Plants?
For most indoor house plants, our UV film will not affect them negatively, some plants do need stronger sunlight so our tinted films could slightly affect them. Some of our UV window films however can actually benefit indoor plants as they can reduce the risk of sunburn and prevent the soil from drying out to quickly. The best type of window films for house plants are clear or slightly tinted options.
Some plants that vary in colour for example – red leaf plants, do develop more colour under UV light. So, you might notice less colourful plants, but it does not affect the overall health of the plant.
If you are worried that the UV control film is affecting your plants, then you could add a grow light above your plants or move them to different windows.
What Different UV Blocking Window Films are Available?
We have a range of UV control window films available that offer unique benefits.
- Our Clear UV protection film prevents UV damage to furniture and skin, but you benefit from fully natural sunlight as it looks completely transparent.
- Our Tinted window film comes in different levels of tint, to slight tint for windows to a very dark tinted option, these can reduce heat and glare in rooms but do need to be suitable for your windows. If you are unsure about your windows, please contact us and we can suggest window film that is suitable for your glass.
- Reflective window film provides UV protection, reduced glare and is more designed for heat control. These reflective glass films are ideal for energy efficiency in summer as they reduce heat, and winter as they can hold heat for longer. They also have the benefit of offering daytime privacy for high windows with high footfall.
